How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

Babysitters can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Babysitters have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on babysitters as well.

How much do babysitters make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, babysitters in the US typically charge $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are babysitters taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

When do babysitters work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, babysitters could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do babysitters find jobs?

On Sittercity, babysitters can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many babysitters will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things babysitters do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that babysitters do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can babysitters make extra money?

There are a few ways that babysitters can make some extra income. They can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

$26–30/hr
Sherman Oaks, CA • 12 miles away

Lasting Babysitter Needed for Two Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We seek a dependable babysitter for two children, ages 5th grade and 9th grade. The schedule is flexible, with work starting in the summer 2025, on Mondays to Fridays from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and light... More

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$20–27/hr
Playa del Rey, CA • 22 miles away

Evening Sitter Needed for Sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re first-time parents — I’m an attorney, and my partner, Alex, is a student. We’re looking for someone reliable and nurturing who we can build trust with for ongoing occasional care.

We are seeking an occasional babysitter for our 5-month-old daughter, Ava. She’s sweet, bubbly, and just starting... More

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$27–31/hr
Beverly Hills, CA • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for a newborn boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a married couple who live in Beverly Hills. Grace works as a Travel Advisor and Pierce works as a producer. We just had our first baby, a boy, Brooks, who was born on June 8th, 2025. He’s a very sweet boy. We also have a dog, Wolfie, who is a 35lb husky shepherd mix. She is very sweet and... More

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$18–25/hr
Camarillo, CA • 22 miles away

Full time sitter needed 2 kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

I have two boys one 3 yr old one 8 months old. The 3yr old goes to Montessori school twice a week. The baby is sleep trained . I wfh about half the week. Our current nanny is moving and that is why we need to find someone. She was great with playing with the 3yr old and multi tasking. She has been... More

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$27–31/hr
Playa Vista, CA • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our active toddler on Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, starting July 2, 2025. The sitter will care for one child, engaging in play and educational activities to promote development. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, ensuring a safe... More

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$20–28/hr
Santa Monica, CA • 16 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are looking for someone to help with our son (8) and daughter (6) in Santa Monica (zip 90402). The hours are Tuesday - Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. We'd love to get some weekend and date nights too, if you want more hours. Our current sitter drives the kids to activities and helps... More

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$21–23/hr
Santa Clarita, CA • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant, Meal Prep...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting August 25, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Responsibilities include safely transporting the child, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light... More

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$23–25/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 18 miles away

Drive Two Children (12 and 15) on Weekdays...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm

We need a sitter for driving a 12 and a 15 for after school pick up and activities. The kids go to a school in North Hollywood, so weekday pick up around 3:30 pm to home in mid-city or afterschool activities til about 6 pm.

If available, prefer to have the sitter start with some shifts to and... More

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$25–26/hr
Oak Park, CA • 12 miles away

Morning help with 2.5 yr old girl this summer

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Looking for help from roughly 8:30am-11:30/12 this Summer (June -Sept) with my 2.5 yr old daughter while I am home focusing on my newborn. Duties mostly include walking her to the local park to play with her friends or entertaining her at home.

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$20–25/hr
Santa Monica, CA • 17 miles away

Twice a week school pick up and playtime...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Hi, I have 2 daughters. They will be 3 and 5 years old soon. The 3 year old is in preschool full time and needs afterschool care.

The role includes picking her up from a nearby preschool by 5pm, so a personal car is necessary. Light housekeeping tasks may include tidying up after playtime,... More

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$24–32/hr
Beverly Hills, CA • 17 miles away

After school Pick up and Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

****Please read the description and note the location and times for this position before applying. We are an easy-going family of three with a hypoallergenic dog. We are professionals and work not far from our home.

This position would require the applicant to pick up our son from school near... More

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$10–25/hr
Oak Park, CA • 12 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Elementary Child, 4...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 4:00pm

We are looking for a responsible babysitter for one child in elementary school. The schedule is Monday to Thursday, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, starting on August 5, 2025. The babysitter needs to pick up and drop off the child from school using their own car. The ideal candidate engages with the child... More

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$30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 18 miles away

Part-time (2 hours) afternoon/evening...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

My husband and I work full time, and we're looking to build our village with the help of a reliable sitter. We have 2 boys, ages 1.5 and 3.5, who attend daycare full-time, but we need assistance with the late afternoon/early evening hours. We’re excited to find someone who is loving, kind, and... More

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$20–23/hr
North Hills, CA • 7 miles away

Looking for a loving sitter for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Hello, I’m looking for a sitter for our 1yr old baby boy. He’s super sweet & talkative! We are looking for long term care, we prefer you don’t apply if you are in school. (We tend to lose our sitter to school schedules) We don’t want our son to have to go through nanny’s. Please do not apply if you... More

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